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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic education technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Trainers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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